Industrial Maintenance Mechanic, Level 1, 4th Edition © 2025
National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic is a four-part training curriculum for aspiring mechanics entering any industry requiring machinery. With 144+ hours of technical instruction per level, the curriculum meets Department of Labor requirements for registered apprenticeship programs. In addition to learning specialized skills for career advancement, trainees can earn a credential per level or the full Industrial Maintenance Mechanic credential for completing the full program.
The 4th edition of level 1 incorporates updated modules from NCCER’s Millwright, Pipefitting, Electrical, Rigger and Welding training programs. With this multi-disciplinary approach, trainees develop well-rounded skills that are in high demand across industries.
Key features of this title
Practical approach to learning a craft
- Step-by-step instructions throughout the text guide trainees through tasks, technical procedures and math equations.
- An introductory page before each module lists objectives, trade terms and performance tasks.
- Trade features present technical tips and professional practices based on real on-the-job scenarios.
Engaging pedagogy
- QR codes link to interesting videos and digital assets.
- Review questions test students’ knowledge of the content they’ve just read.
- Profiles of industry leaders offer trainees inspiring first-hand insight.
Updated features of this title
Cross-discipline content updates
- Revised: The 4th edition provides a modernized curriculum, in addition to new content and reorganized material.
- Revised: The new edition leverages updated NCCER curricula from other disciplines, including modules from Millwright, Pipefitting, Electrical, Rigger and Welding.
- Updated: Improved safety sections, enhanced career path information and additional industry applications were incorporated into NCCER module 32101, Introduction to Industrial Maintenance.
Enhanced pedagogy
- Enhanced: Improved images appear throughout. Images sit beside text descriptions and procedural steps to help trainees better absorb information.
- Updated: Learning objectives have been updated to align with this edition’s modernized curriculum. Objectives list the skills and knowledge needed to successfully complete the module.
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